Networking Concepts Quiz

What is a network?

• A type of software program

• A hardware device used for gaming

• A collection of interconnected computers and devices

• A wireless device for internet access

Which topology defines the structure of how network components are interconnected?

• Protocol

• Topology

• Adapter

• Interface

What is the purpose of a Network Interface Card (NIC)?

• To store data

• To provide a physical link between a computer and a network

• To secure the network

• To amplify weak signals

Which device is used to connect multiple computers in a network and has no intelligence?

• Switch

• Hub

• Router

• Bridge

It receives data packets from multiple devices and forwards them to the correct destination.

• Switch

• Hub

• MODEM

• Patch Panel

Which device connects multiple LANs together to form a larger LAN?

• Router

• Bridge

• Gateway

• Access point

What is the main function of a modem?

• To connect LANs

• To convert signals between analog and digital

• To store MAC addresses

• To amplify weak signals

Which of the following is an example of a basic networking topology?

• LAN

• Mesh

• PAN

• Three

What does the acronym VPN stand for?

• Virtual Private Network

• Virtual Public Node

• Vast Protocol Network

• Verified Patch Node

Which network device acts as a gate between two networks?

• Hub

• Bridge

• Gateway

• NIC